Project TELA

Outreach to those within reach.

Hello everyone, just a quick reminder that Project TELA is a safe space for women to come. It is a judgement free zone with an amazing team that can provide support to all women.

Fun Friday Activity: Meet the Love Family!

Join us this Friday for our Fun Friday craft at 2pm 328 N. Church Ave.

Outreach to those within reach.

Come visit us at our new location. 328 N. Church Ave.
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.

Project TELA updated their address.

Hello Everyone,
I wanted to share this information and please share with anyone who needs.
From Pima County Attorney Laura Conover

- Our efforts to expunge ma*****na convictions throughout Pima County are underway. Beginning July 12, Courts across the state will begin accepting applications to have convictions for ma*****na possession wiped clean, and our team will help those who are eligible, convicted out of our Office, to get it done – *at no cost*. We’re joining with Southern Arizona NORML and our local chapter of the American Friends Service Committee on community outreach to get the message to as many people as possible. Please share our new expungement webpage on your social media channels: pcao.pima.gov/prop207.

Prop 207 - Pima County Attorney | The People's Office Proposition 207 Expungement Petitions With the legalization of recreational ma*****na in Arizona and the passage of Proposition 207, those with certain ma*****na possession convictions can now have their records expunged, effective July 12, 2021. The Pima County Attorney’s Office (PCAO) is pleased...

Hello everyone I wanted to share our May calendar! Any woman that is looking for that extra support please call or join us for groups! Hope to see you all there!

Hello everyone, Project TELA is having a special event for women only on, Wednesday 14th from 5 pm to 6 pm. We will be having free pizza and board games! If you have questions please call! Hope see you there

Here is our group calendar for April! Hope to see everyone there!

Project TELA updated their business hours.

Hello everyone!
Here is our group calendar for March! If you are interested please call or just come on by! We hope to see you soon.

Hello everyone, I would like to take the time to put the spotlight on a few community programs.
YWCA: Your Sister's Closet
Eagles Wings of Grace
TMM: Community Closet
These are all clothing closets, they are important because everyone deserves adequate clothing.
All these run on donations and volunteer help. So if you have extra clothes or extra time please look at these programs and many others.

Hello everyone,

Please show your support and help provide our community with period supplies. TELA would love to donate supplies and I hope you can too! Thank you everyone!!

Show some LOVE! Support these shops in February and donate a box of tampons while you're at it!

Want to add your store to this list, or host your own period supply drive? Contact Hannah at [email protected] or 520-225-0263.

Love. Period. starts February 1st! Follow along on Facebook and Instagram!

The Bra Spa Rustic Candle Company Dent Busters Casa Kira Birdhouse Yarns Blue Willow Tucson Anita's Street Market Eastland Alley Design Co.

Hello everyone, I wanted to take the time and give some empowerment. Being a strong woman doesn't get as much credit as it should. It is important to remind ourselves that we are strong! If you ever need another reminder come to Project TELA where we will uplift you to show you your strength!

Hello everyone,
If you are looking for new paths in life or to focus on your recovery. Come to Project TELA where new beginnings can start!

Hello everyone, if you or anyone you know are having a tough time mentally, take a break and try doing some arts and crafts. Here are a few reasons why arts and crafts can be beneficial:

Self-esteem: The process will give you a feeling of self-accomplishment which can be very valuable to improve your self-appreciation and confidence.
Emotional release: The greatest benefit of art is giving you a healthy outlet for expressing and letting go all your feelings and fears. Complex emotions such as sadness or anger sometimes cannot be expressed with words. When you are unable to express yourself, but you desire emotional release, making art may help you to do it.
Stress relief: Fighting anxiety, depression or emotional trauma can be very stressful for you both mentally and physically. Creating art can be used to relieve stress and relax your mind and body.

If you would like more inspiration come to Project TELA on Fridays for arts and crafts!

Hello everyone, it is a new year and that means thinking about being tested again. I don't mean any old test, I am talking about HIV and Hep C testing. I know this can seem scary, but this is just like any other routine check up you do. Getting tested allows you to know that you're being safe. I have a short video that talks about the importance of testing! If you want to get tested come down to Project TELA we test for free!
https://youtu.be/wGbDmXBaQLs

Doing It — Reasons Why You Should Get Tested for HIV This animated video explains the reasons why you should get tested for HIV.Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy:http://ww...

Hello everyone, Happy New Year! As we start to wind down and get into our routines again.
Take this time start a habit of mindfulness. Mindfulness is a mental muscle that allows us to “downshift” from thinking mode into awareness mode.
There are many benefits to mindfulness and here are some tips on how to start practicing:
Start slow, start by doing 5 minutes for a few days and than work yourself to 10 minutes and than 20 minutes.
Try to practice 5 days a week.
Practice in the same place and a similar time.
If you need more help with mindfulness contact or come down to Project TELA for a Mindfulness group!

Happy New Years Eve everyone, today is the day that many of us get to reflect upon the year and to search for new goals for the new year. For this next year let's use S.M.A.R.T. goals to help us make goals and achieve them.
If anyone of your goals for next year is about better yourself, well please call Project TELA and we would be so happy to help you achieve that goal. Stay safe everyone and Happy New Years!

Hello everyone, I wanted to take this time to wish you a Happy Holiday's! Here at Project TELA we hope for a safe and healthy holiday's for all!

Happy Holiday season everyone! I know for many of us our minds are in holiday mode. This can be tough because this can leave us feeling depleted. For the rest of this holiday season try to give understanding. Understand that some maybe having a tough time and some maybe feel just as depleted as you are. Giving a little understanding and hopefully someone will do the same for you. Stay safe everyone!

Holiday season can be tough! So make sure you get all the help you need for this crazy year!

Are you behind in paying your utility bills?
The City of Tucson and Pima County are here to help.
One click here pima.gov/utilitybillshelp gives you access to bill pay assistance for water, electricity, gas, garbage, and sewer. It’s available to City AND County residents.

Hello everyone! I hope all of you had a safe and healthy Thanksgiving. This year is different than any other holiday season. Just remember to give extra love to the people around you, but also make sure to have time for self love. This holiday season can bring up a lot for some, so make sure to take care of the person that means the most, YOU!

Project TELA is here to support Transgender awareness week. Please take the time to do some extra reading on how to be an ally for the Transgender community!

The obstacles that LGBTQ+ communities face significantly increase for Black transgender individuals. People with these intersecting identities face transphobia and racism, affecting their mental health and well-being.

According to the Trevor Project, "Black transgender and/or non-binary youth reported double the rate of seriously considering (27% vs 59%) and attempting su***de (15% vs 32%) in the past 12 months compared to cisgender Black LGBQ youth."

Much like the roots of a tree that provides support and anchorage, our framework is embedded in values that ignore the historical truths about domestic and sexual violence as being an outgrowth of racism, slavery, classism, homophobia, and transphobia. These systems of oppression give us permission to disregard the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color – including those who identify in the LGBTQ communities – as having less value at best and non-existent at worst. It is risky for us to assume that these values still don’t seep into the deep corners of our work and influence everyday thoughts and interactions.

Together, we must protect the lives and well-being of transgender folx by becoming allies, educating ourselves, and creating communities that are inclusive and safe.

Hello everyone,
Life is not easy and I know many are struggling right now. Whatever your struggle is just know there are people out there that are willing to help you. Here at Project TELA we are willing to listen and allow you to be heard. Remember this is your time and you are allowed to be selfish when it comes to self care.

Below I have added a few ideas for self care!